Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
USA Guide 2024 : District of Columbia
Band 4
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Morrison Foester is a recognized and well-regarded government investigations team, noted for its bench of FCPA experts and experience handling complex international cases. With a deep bench of former prosecutors, the practice also has notable expertise in leading investigations into securities, antitrust and economic sanctions violations.
Work Highlights
- Morrison Foerster represented Gree Electric Appliances Inc. of Zhuhai, a Chinese electronics manufacturer, and two of its subsidiaries in a DOJ investigation into alleged violations of the Consumer Product Safety Act.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team is prompt, responsive and thorough."
"The firm is fabulous and provides 24/7 responsiveness to go with actionable advice."
"The team at Morrison Foerster is extraordinary in terms of responsiveness and the delivery of client demands on a day-to-day basis."
"The team is prompt, responsive and thorough."
"The firm is fabulous and provides 24/7 responsiveness to go with actionable advice."
"The team at Morrison Foerster is extraordinary in terms of responsiveness and the delivery of client demands on a day-to-day basis."
Notable Practitioners
Charles Duross is the global cochair of the investigations and white-collar defense practice at Morrison Foerster. He is an experienced white-collar crime lawyer capable of defending and guiding clients through government enforcement actions and internal investigations. He is particularly noted for his FCPA credentials.
"Chuck is such an incredible talent and leader."
"He is able to reduce complex cases to key themes and cuts through the difficult details to highlight the issues that matter."
James Koukios is cochair of the securities litigation, enforcement and white-collar defense group at Morrison Foerster. He possesses deep trial experience, having formerly served as federal prosecutor. He assists individuals and companies with internal investigations and government enforcement actions.
"James Koukios is a truly excellent lawyer. He is careful, methodical and persuasive. James investigates and grasps incredibly dense fact patterns in addition to being a forceful advocate when appearing before the government."
"James is smart, even-keeled and responsive."
Brian Kidd is a partner at Morrison Foerster noted for his work representing individuals and companies in major DOJ investigations. He handles a range of white-collar matters, including market manipulation, insider trading, spoofing and bribery cases.
"Brian is very smart and organized."
Kathierne Driscoll is part of Morrison Foerster's investigations and white-collar defense practice group, where she is able to leverage her experience as a federal prosecutor for her clients. She is sought after for her expertise in enforcement and investigations proceedings.
"Kate is very good at what she does."
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